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P57 UBM

1997 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,934 mi
Last recorded48,934 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 UBM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 48,934 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 48,921 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 48,921 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 48,880 miles

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 48,880 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam When on dip light is on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre is unsuitable Both tyres marked not for highway use (5.2.3 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 48,533 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 46,033 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 46,033 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split link fitted in wrong direction (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 44,801 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 44,801 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2008 40,929 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 40,929 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 37,448 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 37,448 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT125?

Based on 51,558 MOT tests across 7,067 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
972
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
7,067
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,275
Wheel spoke excessively loose 1,042
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 926
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 888
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 837
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P57 UBM is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 18,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha DT125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,275 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P57 UBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT125 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P57 UBM is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 30 April 1997.

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